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Ceasefire with Iran on 'massive life support': Trump

Ceasefire with Iran on 'massive life support': Trump

Rediff.com3 minutes ago

Donald Trump has dismissed the ceasefire with Iran as being on 'massive life support', signalling continued tensions between the US and Iran amid ongoing negotiations.

East Bengal And Punjab FC Battle To Scoreless Draw

East Bengal And Punjab FC Battle To Scoreless Draw

Rediff.com7 minutes ago

East Bengal FC and Punjab FC played out a goalless draw in their Indian Super League match, with both teams creating numerous chances but failing to find the net.

Modi to embark on six-day visit to UAE, Europe

Modi to embark on six-day visit to UAE, Europe

Rediff.com8 minutes ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the UAE, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy to deepen India's bilateral ties amid geopolitical changes.

Road Rage Turns Fatal: Man Stabbed To Death In Nagpur

Road Rage Turns Fatal: Man Stabbed To Death In Nagpur

Rediff.com9 minutes ago

A 20-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Nagpur following a road rage incident that began when a vehicle brushed past his foot.

Avoid destination weddings, prefer online classes: Modi continues austerity push

Avoid destination weddings, prefer online classes: Modi continues austerity push

Rediff.com14 minutes ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to citizens to adopt austerity measures, including avoiding destination weddings abroad and reducing edible oil consumption, to mitigate the impact of the West Asia crisis on India's economy.

Sujit Bose Arrested In West Bengal Recruitment Scam

Sujit Bose Arrested In West Bengal Recruitment Scam

Rediff.com20 minutes ago

Former West Bengal minister Sujit Bose has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged municipality recruitment scam.

Two Stabbed In Gokalpuri, Delhi; Assailants Sought

Two Stabbed In Gokalpuri, Delhi; Assailants Sought

Rediff.com21 minutes ago

Two individuals were stabbed in the Gokalpuri area of northeast Delhi on Sunday evening. Police are currently searching for the two suspected assailants, and an investigation is underway to determine the motive behind the attack.

Don't keep saying 'by the inspiration of CM': Suvendu to officials

Don't keep saying 'by the inspiration of CM': Suvendu to officials

Rediff.com22 minutes ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Shuvendu Adhikari has directed senior officials to ensure transparency, accountability, and strict adherence to rules in governance. He emphasised the importance of honest opinions and actions for the state's development, urging officials to restart stalled centrally sponsored schemes and implement promises from the BJP's election manifesto.

Telangana's Jail Museum To Offer 'Life In Prison' Experience

Telangana's Jail Museum To Offer 'Life In Prison' Experience

Rediff.com25 minutes ago

The Telangana Prisons Department is set to launch a Jail Museum in Hyderabad, offering visitors a unique 'life in prison' experience and insights into the history and functioning of prisons.

IPL 2026: RCB's Tim David penalised for obscene gesture after win over Mumbai Indians

IPL 2026: RCB's Tim David penalised for obscene gesture after win over Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com32 minutes ago

Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Tim David has been fined 30 per cent of his match fee for using an 'obscene' gesture during the IPL game against Mumbai Indians.

Kerala Organ Donation Fraud: Hospitals Under Investigation

Kerala Organ Donation Fraud: Hospitals Under Investigation

Rediff.com33 minutes ago

Police in Kerala are investigating the potential involvement of hospitals in a racket that forged documents for organ donations. Six people have been arrested in connection with the scam, and the investigation is expanding to examine how hospital procedures may have been bypassed.

Sachin Yadav Set For Diamond League Debut In Rome

Sachin Yadav Set For Diamond League Debut In Rome

Rediff.com34 minutes ago

Indian javelin thrower Sachin Yadav is set to make his Diamond League debut in Rome on June 4, marking his first international event since the 2025 World Championships. He will face tough competition, including former world champion Anderson Peters and season leader Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage.

Allahabad HC: State, Police Responsible For Justice Delays

Allahabad HC: State, Police Responsible For Justice Delays

Rediff.com43 minutes ago

The Allahabad High Court has criticised the Uttar Pradesh government and police for the massive pendency of criminal cases in district courts, citing insufficient staff, lack of police cooperation, and delays in forensic reports.

Two Chhattisgarh Police Constables Commit Suicide

Two Chhattisgarh Police Constables Commit Suicide

Rediff.com44 minutes ago

Two police constables in Chhattisgarh allegedly committed suicide in separate incidents, apparently due to family-related issues. One constable shot himself with his service rifle, while the other was found hanging at his residence.

Delhi molestation: '7 people surrounded my friend, tore her clothes'

Delhi molestation: '7 people surrounded my friend, tore her clothes'

Rediff.com45 minutes ago

Two women allegedly molested in Delhi's Nehru Place are struggling with trauma and fear, highlighting the lack of public assistance during the incident.

Dravid, Gayle, Maxwell among big names behind European T20 League

Dravid, Gayle, Maxwell among big names behind European T20 League

Rediff.com46 minutes ago

Former India captain and coach Rahul Dravid has been named as a co-owner of the Dublin franchise in a new European Twenty20 league, with the 53-year-old being part of an Indian consortium that acquired the team in the tournament set to launch in September.

CPI(M) Leader Mocks Congress Over Kerala Leadership Race

CPI(M) Leader Mocks Congress Over Kerala Leadership Race

Rediff.com46 minutes ago

CPI(M) general secretary M A Baby criticised the Congress-led UDF over internal divisions and the leadership race in Kerala, mocking the frequent consultations between Kerala and Delhi.

Four Detained In Delhi Molestation And Assault Case

Four Detained In Delhi Molestation And Assault Case

Rediff.com51 minutes ago

Delhi Police have detained four men following the alleged molestation and assault of two women in Nehru Place. The incident occurred outside a hotel, and the suspects have been identified and are currently being interrogated.

Jharkhand High Court Slams Police Investigation Standards

Jharkhand High Court Slams Police Investigation Standards

Rediff.com52 minutes ago

The Jharkhand High Court has criticised the state police for failing to meet high standards of investigation and not inspiring public confidence. The court cited several cases, including those of missing children, where police investigations were inadequate.

Man Held For Allegedly Killing Brother In Jharkhand

Man Held For Allegedly Killing Brother In Jharkhand

Rediff.com56 minutes ago

Police in Jharkhand's Chatra district have arrested a man for allegedly killing his brother after a heated argument. The accused initially tried to make the death appear accidental, but confessed after interrogation.

Five Booked For Allegedly Assaulting Mumbai Constable

Five Booked For Allegedly Assaulting Mumbai Constable

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Five individuals, including three women, have been booked for allegedly assaulting a police constable in Khar, Mumbai, after he caught one of them riding a motorcycle under the influence of alcohol.

Delhi Police Nab Six Gang Members Linked To Rashid Cablewala

Delhi Police Nab Six Gang Members Linked To Rashid Cablewala

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Delhi Police have arrested six men allegedly linked to the Rashid Cablewala-Hashim Baba gang and seized a cache of illegal firearms and ammunition from their possession.

IPL 2026, PBKS vs DC: Delhi Capitals fight back to restrict Punjab Kings to 210

IPL 2026, PBKS vs DC: Delhi Capitals fight back to restrict Punjab Kings to 210

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Priyansh Arya's explosive innings and Delhi Capitals' adjusted bowling strategy defined the Punjab Kings vs. Delhi Capitals IPL match in Dharamsala.

Delhi Census 2027: Self-Enumeration Sees Strong Response

Delhi Census 2027: Self-Enumeration Sees Strong Response

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Over 93,000 individuals in Delhi have participated in the self-enumeration exercise for Census 2027, with North East, South West, and North West Delhi districts leading in registrations. The initiative, part of a broader census effort, allows residents to submit household details online, contributing to the overall data collection process.

Revanth Reddy Orders Probe Into POCSO Case Against Minister's Son

Revanth Reddy Orders Probe Into POCSO Case Against Minister's Son

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has directed a thorough investigation into the POCSO case registered against Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar's son, following allegations of sexual harassment of a minor girl. The CM has sought an explanation for the delay in action and ordered the DGP to form special teams for the investigation.

Illegal Mining Dispute Turns Deadly In Odisha: Man Killed

Illegal Mining Dispute Turns Deadly In Odisha: Man Killed

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A man was killed and his hand chopped off in Odisha's Nayagarh district following a dispute over illegal mining of laterite stone. Police have arrested four people in connection with the incident.

Taxi Driver Gets Two Years For Outraging Woman's Modesty

Taxi Driver Gets Two Years For Outraging Woman's Modesty

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A Mumbai court sentenced a taxi driver to two years in jail for outraging the modesty of a hotel professional by forcibly kissing her hand. The court rejected the defence's argument that it was a routine greeting, stating it occurred outside her official duties.

Komal Kohar Wins Bronze At Asian Weightlifting Championships

Komal Kohar Wins Bronze At Asian Weightlifting Championships

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Komal Kohar won a bronze medal in the women's 48kg weight class at the Asian Weightlifting Championships in Gandhinagar. She lifted a combined 177kg. Huang Yi Chen of Chinese Taipei won gold.

India's AI Job Market Sees 20% Growth: Minister

India's AI Job Market Sees 20% Growth: Minister

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlights the growing demand for AI-related jobs in India and the transformation needed in the IT industry. He also mentions significant investments in data centres and subsea cable networks to boost digital infrastructure.

Sujit Bose Arrested In Bengal Recruitment Scam Case

Sujit Bose Arrested In Bengal Recruitment Scam Case

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Enforcement Directorate arrested former West Bengal minister Sujit Bose in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged municipality recruitment scam.

Punjab Government Reallocates Portfolios After Minister's Arrest

Punjab Government Reallocates Portfolios After Minister's Arrest

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Punjab government has redistributed portfolios held by arrested minister Sanjeev Arora among other cabinet members, including Aman Arora, Harjot Singh Bains, and Tarunpreet Singh Sond.

Why The Boxing Federation Of India Is Under Fire

Why The Boxing Federation Of India Is Under Fire

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Sports Ministry has issued a showcause notice to the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) over concerns about its selection policy and failure to make key appointments.

Boxing Federation Agrees To Rework Selection Criteria After SAI Intervention

Boxing Federation Agrees To Rework Selection Criteria After SAI Intervention

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has agreed to rework its selection criteria after talks with the Sports Authority of India (SAI) following the suspension of an assessment camp due to alleged irregularities. The decision comes after concerns were raised about transparency and fair play in the selection process for the Commonwealth and Asian Games.

EC to begin Phase 3 of SIR, to cover 22 states

EC to begin Phase 3 of SIR, to cover 22 states

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Election Commission is preparing to launch the third phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voters' lists, potentially covering 22 states and Union Territories with approximately 40 crore electors.

Bangladesh forms committee to investigate 2026 T20 World Cup withdrawal

Bangladesh forms committee to investigate 2026 T20 World Cup withdrawal

Rediff.com1 hour ago

According to the media reports, the committee will examine the reasons behind the decision not to play the tournament and determine if there were any diplomatic or strategic failures involved.

CAF Constable Allegedly Commits Suicide After Poll Duty

CAF Constable Allegedly Commits Suicide After Poll Duty

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A Chhattisgarh Armed Force constable, recently returned from election duty in West Bengal, allegedly committed suicide at his rented house in Dhamtari city, following a dispute with his wife.

India's U-17 Boxers Punch Their Way To Asian Championship Finals

India's U-17 Boxers Punch Their Way To Asian Championship Finals

Rediff.com1 hour ago

India's U-17 girls boxing team had a successful day at the Asian Championships, with eight boxers advancing to the finals. Rakhi, Khushi Chand, Navya, Diya, Himanshi, Jyoti, Vanshika, and Gurseerat Kaur secured their spots in the finals, while Mamta Murlidhar, Manjunath Lamani, Ishika, and Harnoor Kaur settled for bronze medals after losing their semi-final bouts.

Ahmedabad Man Held For Bomb Threat Emails To Airport, Schools

Ahmedabad Man Held For Bomb Threat Emails To Airport, Schools

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Ahmedabad police have arrested a man for allegedly sending bomb threat emails to GUJSAIL at Ahmedabad Airport and schools in March. The accused, Bhavesh Patel, was traced through an account allegedly operated by him.

Jharkhand Shopkeepers Booked For Selling Fake NCERT Books

Jharkhand Shopkeepers Booked For Selling Fake NCERT Books

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Hazaribag district administration in Jharkhand has filed a police case against three shopkeepers for allegedly selling counterfeit NCERT books. Raids were conducted following complaints, and investigations revealed discrepancies in holograms and page quality.

Manoj Agarwal Becomes Chief Secretary Of West Bengal

Manoj Agarwal Becomes Chief Secretary Of West Bengal

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Manoj Agarwal, formerly West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer, has been appointed as the state's chief secretary. This appointment comes as the BJP assumes power in West Bengal, marking a significant shift in the state's administration.